Description
Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Pie is a delightful and nutritious dessert that harmonizes the rich flavor of pumpkin with the creamy goodness of cottage cheese. This gluten-free pie is not just packed with protein but also offers a healthier alternative to traditional pumpkin pies without sacrificing taste. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this pie can be enjoyed chilled and is sure to impress everyone at the table. Top it with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or nuts for added flair and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz.)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup sweetener (coconut sugar, monk fruit, or regular sugar)
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp tapioca flour/starch (or cornstarch)
- milk of choice (about 1/3 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your pie dish.
- In a blender or food processor, combine pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, sweetener, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and tapioca flour. Blend until smooth.
- Gradually add milk until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake in the center of the oven for about 45 minutes or until set.
- Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 to 4 hours.
- Slice and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg